Source: Ladies Home Journal (May, 1926)

Good to know that 94 out of every 100 husbands supposedly preferred home-canned fruits and vegetables in 1926. And, guess who was going to do the canning . . .

Advertisements from a hundred years ago, such as this Ball Jar advertisement, sometimes portrayed women (and men) in roles that were stereotypical at the time.

In addition to the illustration and the caption in the ad, there was a lot of smaller text, which said in part:

Some women say, “Oh, it is too much trouble to do your own preserving and canning.” But is it? Canning not only means the best preserves at the lowest cost, but the improved methods make it a pleasure.

Millions of women – from their own experience – will tell you that modern methods eliminate drudgery. They make home canning quick and easy. . .

Home preserved fruits and vegetables have that delicious home made taste. An actual investigation showed that 94 out of 100 men preferred fruits and vegetables canned at home. Your husband, undoubtedly, will like them much better, too.

And when you put up your own fruits and vegetables – you know what you are getting. You know they are the finest and choicest. For you choose them yourself. They are pure and safe for your children.  . .

Use the Right Jars

Be sure to get Ball “Perfect Mason” or “Ideal” Fruit Jars. Your grocer has them handily packed by the dozen. They are strong and the sealing shoulder is true. For they are the only jars made by the “Owens Process” – a patented process which absolutely insures an even thickness of glass – this giving strength and durability.

For your own success in canning be sure to get Ball “Perfect Seal” Rubbers and Caps. We urge this because they are especially made to fit Ball Jars. Thus they are air tight and insure a perfect seal. This is the only way you can be sure you are taking no chances.

Ladies Home Journal (May, 1926)